Lilith is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1663 in 2003 with 116 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 1,298 births ranking #232. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 866.7%. In 2003, approximately 1 in every 15,750 girls born was named Lilith. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Lilith is a striking ancient name often associated with the night. It feels dramatic, literary, and distinctive.
The name appears in ancient Near Eastern and later Jewish tradition, where it took on strong mythic associations. In modern use, many parents choose it for its bold sound and darkly elegant style rather than for a simple conventional history.